Chaplain's Tid Bit

Welcome to October

Time to get excited about fall and are fun events. It's almost time for another biker bingo. It is always a good time. Don't forget to contribute in any way you can. Put together a basket for a fun Bingo prize. And always remember it's a kid-friendly event so you can make a fun basket for our little ones as well. Also, you can make a yummy treat to sell at our dessert table.

I'm always excited about introducing people to Jesus and how the next generation is being prepared for great things by the king, Jesus! Get excited with me and start living your life for the Lord. If we stay in His word, there is unlimited potential for what we can do. Make Jesus number one. You can talk to him about everything. Don't believe everything you hear. Back it up with His word. Never give up, we all make mistakes. He has forgiven each one of us for every past present and future mistakes. And he loves us!

"JESUS PLEASE SAVE ME NOW!"

Get these five words out of your mouth and turn your heart and your life over to the one who has taken care of and tended to absolutely everything on your behalf and wants to bring you to the great plan that he has for your life.

I love you too and every one of you and pray for you without ceasing.

Erin Galster

eringalster@gmail.com

360-286-9143

Motorcycle Riders Foundation
House Passes
Highway Bill Extension

As expected, the U.S. House of Representatives has passed legislation extending the current federal highway program, moving the deadline from September 30 to December 11, 2026. The extension, included in a continuing resolution to fund the federal government, provides Congress with additional time to negotiate and advance a long-term surface transportation reauthorization. Transportation programs will continue operating through December 11th under the measure.

For the Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF), the extension means several important motorcycle priorities remain in play as Congress works toward a broader highway bill. The MRF will continue advocating for provisions addressing motorcycle profiling, the Motorcyclist Advisory Council, Right to Repair, and ensuring that advanced driver-assistance and automated vehicle technologies properly recognize and account for motorcycles.

“While extending the highway bill avoids an immediate deadline, the job is not finished,” said MRF President Kirk “Hardtail” Willard. “The next several months will be critical for ensuring that the final legislation protects the interests of America’s motorcyclists.”

The House action follows Senate passage of the continuing resolution last month. With the December 11th deadline now established, lawmakers have additional time to work toward a comprehensive, multi-year surface transportation bill. The MRF will remain engaged with members of Congress and transportation policymakers throughout the reauthorization process and will continue fighting to ensure that the nation’s motorcyclists have a seat at the table.

The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) provides leadership at the federal level for states’ motorcyclists’ rights organizations as well as motorcycle clubs and individual riders. The MRF is chiefly concerned with issues at the national and international levels that impact the freedom and safety of American street motorcyclists. The MRF is committed to being a national advocate for the advancement of motorcycling and its associated lifestyle and works in conjunction with its partners to help educate elected officials and policymakers in Washington and beyond.

All Information contained in this release is copyrighted. Reproduction permitted with attribution. Motorcycle Riders Foundation. All rights reserved. Ride With the Leaders ™ by joining the MRF at http://mrf.org/ or call (202) 546-0983

20th District Legislators

Rep Peter Abbarno (R)

411 John L. O'Brien Building

PO Box 40600

Olympia, WA 98504

Peter.Abbarno@leg.wa.gov

360-786-7896

Rep Ed Orcutt (R)

408 John L. O'Brien Building

PO Box 40600

Olympia, WA 98504

Ed.Orcutt@leg.wa.gov

360-786-7990

Sen John Braun (R)

314 Legislative Building

P.O. Box 40420

Olympia, WA 98504-0420

John.Braun@leg.wa.gov

360-786-7638

Link to State Legislature Home page

leg.wa.gov

U.S. Senators Sen. Patty Murray (D) Sen. Maria Cantwell (D)

3rd Congressional District Marie Gluesenkamp-Perez (D)

Stay informed. We can make a difference. Contact your Legislator and let them know you support ABATE and motorcycle rights legislation.

Motorcycle Safety & Education

Lewis County A.B.A.T.E

Motorcycle Safety and Education Program

It is a pleasure to help new drivers to be aware of motorcycles on our roadways. I have been teaching Motorcycle Safety and Awareness in Lewis, Thurston, and Mason Counties for the past 3 years. I found it to be very rewarding and a great benefit to our community to spread the word of Motorcycle safety. In my opinion, Motorcycle safety cannot be taught enough in our high schools and driving schools and to all drivers, no matter what kind of vehicle or motorcycle they drive. I hope to keep teaching new drivers whenever and wherever I can. “REMEMBER” always look before you act. It may Save A Life of a Brother, Sister or maybe one of your own family. HEY, were out there!! This message came from a motorcycle rider near you!

Thank you,

Lewis County Chapter Motorcycle Safety

and Education Chairperson,

Loren "Low" Ackerman